Therapy Trends and Concerns

The rise in therapy among teenagers, especially in the current generation, is examined. The critique of whether therapy may be exacerbating mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, rather than alleviating them, is explored. The argument is made that increased access to therapy has not resulted in decreased rates of mental health issues, highlighting potential ineffectiveness or even harm associated with therapy. The distinction between severely mentally ill individuals and the 'worried well' is discussed, emphasizing the growing trend of diagnosing young people with mental health conditions that may not severely impact their daily functioning.